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How To Lay Laminate Flooring On Stairs

More & more homeowners have begun fitting laminate stairs in replace of their carpet counterparts. Not only do laminate floors look stylish & sophisticated, but they are also much easier to clean in comparison to carpet. Fitting laminate flooring on a staircase is an intimidating prospect, which tends to be the reason why so many hire a trained professional to do the job for them. However with the help of this guide & a little bit of elbow grease, you will have more than enough to go about laying the floor on... Read More

Complete Transformation Laminate herringbone

We are keen to help on any project from a cupboard to a hotel and everything in between. 2019 was a very special year, having work on many fantastic projects.  One of our favourite projects to date has got to be the supplying of our stunning Knightsbridge floor to a new build project, with the homes to be sold for an estimated £1,000,000 each.  We worked from start to finished with the contractors. From initial design consultations in which we were able to narrow down a product range. The Underground... Read More

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How To Maintain Laminate Flooring

We always get asked how to best maintain laminate flooring here at Floor Monster. By following the simple steps below, you will have absolutely no problem preserving your laminate floor & keeping it in great condition for years to come. Regularly remove dust & dirt It is important to brush your floor every few days with a dry dust mop or a hoover/vacuum ensuring you have selected the wood floor setting. This prevents a build-up in excess dirt, which can lead to scratches appearing on the floor if allowed to build up. Floor... Read More

What is the best flooring for your living room?

Choosing which flooring suits your living room the best is one of the big decisions when it comes to the interior design of your home. A new floor can make or break your living room – here’s what you need to consider before you buy. Among the options that are the most popular choice for homeowners nowadays for their living rooms are laminate flooring, solid wood flooring and even carpet. That’s not to say that other types of flooring won’t suit your living room – there are very few flooring types that won’t... Read More

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How To Install Laminate Flooring

Wondering how to install laminate flooring in your home? You’ve come to the right place, as our flooring experts break down the process step-by-step to help you on your way with fitting your brand-new laminate floor. Depending on your level of DIY experience, you may prefer to hire a professional to install your laminate floor for you. However, if you are used to performing bits of DIY to your home then it is well within your capabilities. Most laminate floors have been manufactured with ease of installation at their core,... Read More

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What Underlay should you choose?

Underlay is a vital part after you have chosen your dream floor. Choosing an underlay can be down to a few contributing factors: 1. Are you going to be using underfloor heating with your flooring? 2. The subfloor type, is it concrete? Floor boards? Etc….. 3. What is the condition of the subfloor, i.e level? Below we outline some of our most popular underlay options and reasons for choosing… Monster-Pro White Thick Underlay The Monster-pro White thick underlay is an ideal underlay for a subfloor that is level, it will help... Read More

The Underground Collection by Floored.it

Ciao a tutti, we are delighted to introduce the newest and edgiest collection to the Floor Monster famiglia by the ultra modern fashionistas at Floored it. The Underground Collection brings a comprehensive range of 12mm Laminate Herringbone options that are sure to impress with their real wood like appearance, genuine herringbone pattern and repeat sequence of 1 in 14 (14 individual boards, before design repeated) creating a more natural lavish floor. The Floored it design team behind the Underground Collection have taken inspiration from the global flooring market and closely following the... Read More

The Name’s Monster, Floor Monster

Spectre the 24th James Bond film, which features Daniel Craig in his fourth performance as the super spy, was one of the most eagerly awaited blockbusters of 2015. Whilst filming occurred in such locations as London, Rome, Mexico City and the Austrian Alps a large portion was filmed at the famous Pinewood Studios in London. To ensure the set pieces conveyed the luxury synonymous with James Bond, as emphasis was placed in using high quality products. We were handpicked to supply over 2000m2 flooring for the set constructed at Pinewood.... Read More

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The Lucerne Project: Classic Chevron Charm

The Lucerne Project: Classic Chevron Charm At Floor Monster we are able to work on some incredible projects and see projects from start to finish, flooring is one of the most important features of any property it can make or break any project! One of our favourite projects has to be the complete transformation from just a shell to the height of style and design using our Whitewashed Lucerne Chevron. When undertaking any project its important to have an idea of the direction you want to go in, for colour and... Read More

Award Winning Kronoswiss Grand Selection ORIGIN

An award for Grand Selection Origin at the world’s largest flooring show. It is great news for the Swiss manufacturer as they have recently been awarded top prize for the their Grand Selection Origin range winning the ‘Top Innovation Product Wood Flooring Award’. This is in fact the second year running that Kronoswiss have lifted this prestigious award, and it is really testament to their constant efforts to enhance their floors to look, feel, and live up to their 35 year warranty. We are delighted that Kronoswiss have been recognised for these outstanding products... Read More